ROBERT BERGQUIST Obituary

BERGQUIST, Robert "Bob" G., 84, of Dover, Ohio, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2013. Born on October 29, 1928 in Dover, he was the son of the late Gustav and Mary Graef Bergquist. Bob was a graduate of the Dover High School class of 1947. He honorably served our country in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. On October 21, 1950, he married the love of his life, Pauline "Polly" Leaders. He retired after 38 years in the automotive industry. Bob was a member of Grace Evangelical Church in Dover, and Chaplain of the Dover American Legion Post #205. He served as an Elder at Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Callao, Va. In addition to his wife, Polly, he will be sadly missed by his three sons, Steven and Patsy Bergquist, of Maryland, Randy and Adrienne Bergquist of Virginia, and Rick Bergquist of Virginia; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A celebration of Bob's life will take place at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dover on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. Interment will take place at Dover Burial Park in Dover, where the Dover VFW will conduct military honors. Friends are invited to call at the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory in Dover on Monday, April 22, 2013 from 5 to 8 p.m. Those unable to attend, or who would like to share a fond memory of Bob may do so by visiting the "Obituaries & Flowers" link on the funeral home's website. Memorial contributions can be made to Grace Evangelical Church, 108 W. 3rd St., Dover, Ohio 44622.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

BERGQUIST, Robert "Bob" G., 84, of Dover, Ohio, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2013. Born on October 29, 1928 in Dover, he was the son of the late Gustav and Mary Graef Bergquist. Bob was a graduate of the Dover High School class of 1947. He honorably served our country in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. On October 21, 1950, he married the love of his life, Pauline "Polly" Leaders. He retired after 38 years in the automotive industry. Bob was a member of Grace Evangelical Church in Dover, and Chaplain of the Dover American Legion Post #205. He served as an Elder at Good Shepard Lutheran Church in Callao, Va. In addition to his wife, Polly, he will be sadly missed by his three sons, Steven and Patsy Bergquist, of Maryland, Randy and Adrienne Bergquist of Virginia, and Rick Bergquist of Virginia; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A celebration of Bob's life will take place at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dover on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. Interment will take place at Dover Burial Park in Dover, where the Dover VFW will conduct military honors. Friends are invited to call at the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home & Crematory in Dover on Monday, April 22, 2013 from 5 to 8 p.m. Those unable to attend, or who would like to share a fond memory of Bob may do so by visiting the "Obituaries & Flowers" link on the funeral home's website. Memorial contributions can be made to Grace Evangelical Church, 108 W. 3rd St., Dover, Ohio 44622.

This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

Guest Book Highlights

"Polly and Boys - So sorry to learn of your loss. I have fond memories of the family. Bob was a wonderful co-worker and a positive influence on everyone he worked around. I know he will be greatly missed. I think of playing ball with the boys and..."

"Polly, My deepest sympathy to you and the family. Bob was not only a great co-worker, but a great friend as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Indianola Balderson, Warsaw, VA"

"Mrs. Bergquist: I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Bergquist. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. He was such a wonderful person. Terry Bryant Brooks"

"Polly and family Bob, was a very positive influence in my life and I am thankful to have been his friend. I miss his sensor of humor. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Love, Raymond & Frances Carneal Tappahannock..."

"Randy, Polly, Steve and Rick: My heart-felt condolences on your loss! I remember Bob as funny, energetic, full of life, and a fun golfer! I know he will be missed! I pray for your comfort in your time of grief."- Paul Zion (Spartanburg, SC)

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